1958 Trabant P 70 vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Trabant P 70 | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Trabant | Alfa Romeo |
Model | P 70 | 156 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2600 mm |